Unlike linear economies focused on consumption and disposal, a circular economy fosters sustainable prosperity, jobs, and resilience. Tim Brown, chair of IDEO, highlights how this model enables

Unlike linear economies focused on consumption and disposal, a circular economy fosters sustainable prosperity, jobs, and resilience. Tim Brown, chair of IDEO, highlights how this model enables growth and abundance without planetary damage.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates this transition through business, learning, insights, and analysis.

Explore more about our work and subscribe for insights from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. Connect via our YouTube channel, website, or social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

In June 2021, economist Tim Jackson and Garrison Institute co-founder Jonathan F. P. Rose discussed envisioning a viable future. Their conversation explored the worldview and systemic changes

In June 2021, economist Tim Jackson and Garrison Institute co-founder Jonathan F. P. Rose discussed envisioning a viable future. Their conversation explored the worldview and systemic changes necessary to address the root causes of climate change, social inequity, and financial instability.

They identified capitalism itself as the underlying issue. Jackson further explores this post-capitalist future in his forthcoming book, *Post Growth: Life After Capitalism*.

Is our economy fit for a low-carbon world? Tim Jackson, author of *Prosperity without Growth*, argues that the current economic model is driving us towards climate catastrophe, not away from it.

Is our economy fit for a low-carbon world? Tim Jackson, author of *Prosperity without Growth*, argues that the current economic model is driving us towards climate catastrophe, not away from it. He asserts that building a new, sustainable economic model is the most urgent task of our time.

Jackson, a leading sustainability adviser, contends that the prevailing system fails to deliver widespread prosperity, undermining wellbeing in rich nations and neglecting the poorest. Having already led to economic instability, it now threatens a climate crisis. His book, an update to a groundbreaking report for the Sustainable Development Commission, has significantly contributed to the burgeoning debate on economic growth's consequences for people and planet.

The suitability of our current economic model for a low-carbon world is under scrutiny. Tim Jackson, author of "Prosperity without Growth," argues that economic growth relentlessly drives us

The suitability of our current economic model for a low-carbon world is under scrutiny. Tim Jackson, author of "Prosperity without Growth," argues that economic growth relentlessly drives us towards climate catastrophe, rather than offering a solution. He asserts that building a new economic model fit for a low-carbon future is the most urgent task of our time.

Professor Jackson contends that the prevailing system is failing, undermining wellbeing in rich nations and neglecting the poorest. He warns that it has already led to economic instability and, if unchecked, threatens a climate catastrophe. His book, an update to a highly acclaimed report, has significantly fueled the burgeoning debate on economic growth and its global consequences.

Join us for an Open Evening featuring Tim Kasser, who will present "The Real Cost of Consumerism: finding inspiring alternatives."

Kasser will explore the intricate connection between money

Join us for an Open Evening featuring Tim Kasser, who will present "The Real Cost of Consumerism: finding inspiring alternatives."

Kasser will explore the intricate connection between money and happiness, examining it from both psychological and systemic perspectives within our society. He will also discuss the critical roles of values and materialism in this dynamic.

Join Tim McGee for a live conversation exploring how manufacturing and materials can draw inspiration from living systems. From self-healing fibers to future electronic systems, his work reveals

Join Tim McGee for a live conversation exploring how manufacturing and materials can draw inspiration from living systems. From self-healing fibers to future electronic systems, his work reveals how biology can spark a materials revolution, building resilience and reshaping our relationship with nature.

Tim, a resident at the Astera Institute, leads a lab pushing fiber manufacturing boundaries, inspired by nature's playbook. With over a decade of experience, he translates biological insights into real-world innovation, using biomimicry to connect science with future technologies.

Learn more: [Biomimicry Institute](https://biomimicry.org/), [AskNature](https://asknature.org/), [Community](https://biomimicry.org/community/). Connect on social: [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/biomimicryinstitute/), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/biomimicryinstitute/).

Decades of commercial overfishing and bottom trawling have devastated Scotland's west coast waters. Patagonia Films' "The Custodians" follows four local Scots reclaiming their natural coastlines,

Decades of commercial overfishing and bottom trawling have devastated Scotland's west coast waters. Patagonia Films' "The Custodians" follows four local Scots reclaiming their natural coastlines, restoring wildlife, creating sustainable industries, and demonstrating how to work with, not against, our ocean.

Committed to combating extinction, Patagonia leverages its business and resources for environmental action. Learn more about the film and its mission at patagonia.com/oceans.

Technology shapes our environment to meet human needs, driving civilization and progress. However, this advancement often comes at a significant cost to the environment.

Understanding

Technology shapes our environment to meet human needs, driving civilization and progress. However, this advancement often comes at a significant cost to the environment.

Understanding anisotropy—the variation of material properties with direction—is crucial. It can guide us to more efficient and environmentally friendly technological solutions, rather than forcing our own methods.

Tim Booth, a DTU Physics professor researching 2D materials, proposes a key question: "Is there an easier and more natural direction to pull in?" This reflection, highlighted in his TEDx talk, offers a path to better, more sustainable future solutions.

Are you wasting energy with constant air conditioning, unplugged devices, or inefficient lighting? In his TEDx talk, 10th grader Tim discusses "vampire power" and shares practical, cost-cutting

Are you wasting energy with constant air conditioning, unplugged devices, or inefficient lighting? In his TEDx talk, 10th grader Tim discusses "vampire power" and shares practical, cost-cutting tips to make your home greener.

A passionate environmentalist, Tim believes teenagers, as responsible global citizens, must act now. His insights encourage immediate steps towards a more sustainable future.

This talk was given at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

Tim Jackson, the UK's first Professor of Sustainable Development, directs the Research group on

Tim Jackson, the UK's first Professor of Sustainable Development, directs the Research group on Lifestyles, Values and Environment (RESOLVE) at the University of Surrey's Centre for Environmental Strategy.

This information was published on March 13, 2012.